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Πέμπτη, 22 Απριλίου 2021 12:35

Most sectors set to reopen in Greece after Orthodox Easter Sunday, May 2

The Greek government made it official on Wednesday, with next month seeing several pandemic-related restrictions relaxed, as outdoors seating by restaurants and cafes will open, along with elementary and junior high schools.

The Greek government made it official on Wednesday, with next month seeing several pandemic-related restrictions relaxed, as outdoors seating by restaurants and cafes will open, along with elementary and junior high schools.

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis made the announcement hours after a recommendation by a panel of public health experts.

Restrictions on travel around the country will also be lifted, coinciding with the official opening of the tourism season in the country.

Speaking during a nationally televised address, Mitsotakis said tourists who have been vaccinated for Covid-19 or can show negative recent tests will be welcomed to the country.

The relaxation of measures, however, will come after Sunday, May 2, which is Orthodox Easter Sunday in the country, a major religious holiday.